Historical Events
- Cleveland's Cuyahoga River catches fire due to pollution
- The Derry Housing Action Committee (DHAC) stage a protest by blocking the Lecky Road in the Bogside area of Derry, Northern Ireland
Famous Weddings
R. L. Stine
Writer and producer R. L. Stine (25) weds editor Jane Waldhorn
Famous Deaths
Judy Garland (1922-1969)
American actress (The Wizard of Oz; Meet Me In St. Louis; Easter Parade), and singer ("Over The Rainbow"); dies at 47; coroner determines cause as unintentional, incautious overdose of prescription barbiturates
Died in 1969 1969 Highlights
About June 22, 1969
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 55 years and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: Love Theme From Romeo & Juliet - Henry Mancini And His Orchestra
#1 Song: The Ballad of John And Yoko - The Beatles
